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The Best Coffee Machines For Home

There's no universally-fit-all coffee machine commercial machine. We've put together our top choices, ranging from a superautomatic that grinds your beans and packs them to semiautomatics that give you the best control over your espresso.

The Breville Oracle Touch strikes the perfect balance between automatizing the process and needing you to be knowledgeable about the art of espresso-making. It's our top pick for a machine that makes coffee.

1. Rocket Appartamento

Rocket Appartamento is a great option for those looking to make espresso at their home without sacrificing quality. This small-footprint espresso machine was specifically designed for people with little counter space. It combines excellent build quality and a small footprint. It is equipped with a 1.8 liter copper heat-exchange boiler and commercial E61 Group Head so you can steam your milk and brew coffee at same simultaneously.

The machine looks fantastic and has a circular insert on the side panel with engravings of steam and hot water spouts. This is a new take on the classic look of Rocket that is already impressive for a machine that is so small. It also has a black pressure gauge that shows when the boiler is ready for use.

The water reservoir and drip tray are smaller on this machine than others. This means that you'll be more cautious about emptying and refilling the machine, particularly when you use it often. This is a natural trade-off for less footprint, however, and not an issue specific to this model.

This machine can easily handle the demands of your coffee. We suggest purchasing a high-quality grinder, such as the Baratza Sette Giante to improve consistency and flavor. You can also pair the machine with an Rocket Portafilter to increase the tamping.

Rocket Appartamento, as a prosumer machine, makes excellent drinks and is easy to make Latte arts. It's important to note that this machine is not designed for novices. There is a little learning curve for those who upgrade from appliances-grade espresso machines. The heat exchanger can be tricky to handle and you'll need to learn how to perform cooling flushes.

Both the Lelit Bianca and the Rocket Appartamento allow connecting to a water source, which allows you to always have clean, cold filtered water on hand for your drinks. The latter model has smaller 2.25-liter tank that can be difficult to refill.

2. Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie

This machine is built to Lavazza's top standards. The machine is able to reach the brewing temperature quickly, meaning you can prepare your first cup in just 35 seconds. The water tank is quick and simple to refill by removing the lid completely to create a large opening. You can fill it with tap water, depending on what you prefer.

This is the smallest machine of the Lavazza A Modo Mio range however, it still is a powerful machine. It's priced at less than PS100 at the full price - that's less than the Nespresso Essenza or similar machines from SMEG or Desea. This makes the Jolie an ideal choice for those without the budget or space for an espresso maker, but would like to experience the pleasure of real Italian espresso.

The Jolie is extremely simple to use and occupies only a tiny amount of counter space. Pressing one button will begin the process. Pressing it again will start dispensing the pod you have selected. The button is illuminated so you can see the amount you've consumed. You can also stop the process, if you want to drink the pod in smaller amounts.

This model doesn't come with a steam wand, however, you can add creamy froth to your milk using an optional milk frother. The machine is quiet, too and can be utilized in a small area or in a flatshare kitchen without disturbing anyone else.

The pods are not cheap, but they come in a range of blends that will suit anyone from the mildest espresso drinker to the most demanding. They are available in most supermarkets, along with regular ground coffee and coffee beans and you can also buy Lavazza A Modo Mio compatible pods online.

The Jolie and Milk is a smart coffee machine-looking capsule machine with an integrated milk warmer and a frother. It comes in a box with an 75cm power cable, plug along with a quick-guide as well as a warranty card, as well as a test box containing nine Lavazza pods: six roasted (two Qualita Rossa, two Lungo Dolce and two Delizioso) and two decaffeinated (Dek Cremoso). The machine is small enough to fit under a cupboard or flat surfaces.

3. Breville BES870XL

The Breville Barista Express appears to be an expensive espresso machine. If you're willing to invest the time to master its use this is a fantastic do-it-all home espresso maker that is more efficient than some of the more expensive models available. It's an excellent value for the money and is particularly helpful for beginners who don't yet own an espresso machine that can cost up to $100.

The model is priced lower than the top-of-the-line Breville Oracle (the most expensive at $2199), but is still a good choice for baristas working on a tight budget. It has a lot of customizable features, and even an integrated burr mill to make it more affordable. It is also a single-boiler machine, meaning it can only perform one task at the same time.

Breville is an incredibly newcomer to the market for espresso machines, has swiftly gained a reputation as a top-quality appliances. This machine is no different and it comes with enough control to let budding baristas develop their skills without spending hundreds more than necessary.

It's not without its flaws however. The hopper is situated on the side, not at the top, of this model. It's not a huge deal, but can be frustrating if you want to give several shots at once. It's also difficult to know how much water remains in the tank, because of its rear position.

If you're willing to put in some time to learn how to make use of the Breville Barista Express then it's an excellent choice for any espresso lover at home. The only issue with the Breville Barista Express is its cost which could be a stumbling block for some buyers. If you're looking for a low-cost option, we recommend the Gaggia Classic and the La Pavoni Impresso. Both machines are comparable in their capabilities and offer a bit more control than the Barista Express. However, they are a fraction of the cost.

4. OXO Brew 9 Cup

A high-tech smart coffee maker with a user-friendly interface that produces great coffee. Its sleek stainless steel design and backlit LED screen add an elegant look to your kitchen. It has a single dial that allows you to program the amount of cups. There are two options: 5-9 cups and 2-4 cups. The brewing process is similar to pour-over, which many coffee lovers believe makes the best-tasting coffee machine deals. The water is heated to the perfect temperature and poured over the grounds using a showerhead to ensure uniform saturation. The coffee is then brewed in the double-walled, thermal carafe for upto 60 minutes. Its pause and pour feature allows you to remove the carafe while brewing to fill your individual cup. The machine stops the brewing process, and displays a red light on its LED interface, until you return the carafe. It then resumes brewing.

The OXO 9-Cup coffee machines coffee maker comes SCAA certified, which means it complies with the strict technical standards. Its brew time is approximately as long as those of the Bodum BISTRO and Technivorm Moccamaster KBT 741, however, it has greater control over temperature, brewing time and quality.

In our tests, the OXO Brew 9 Cup produced an excellent pot of drip coffee, with a carafe full in just 7 minutes 41 seconds. This is a bit longer than the 6 minutes or less the Bonavita Connoisseur and the Moccamaster require, but still within the range of time that coffee experts suggest for a decent cup of drip.

It also requires that you grind your own beans prior to making coffee. You can select either a manual grinder or an automated model such as the Baratza Encore. It has multiple grind settings, and it has a hopper that can be used for whole beans.

The only downside is that the carafe and water reservoir aren't dishwasher-safe, which could be a hassle for some users. The stainless steel is still easy to clean by hand, however. The OXO Brew 9-Cup's sleek design and easy-to-use interface make it one of the top contenders among top drip coffee makers.